Non-Traditional & Diverse Relationships

Supporting clients in deconstructing mononormative societal constructs and navigating non-traditional forms of relating, including ethical non-monogamy, open relationships, solo poly, and polyamory. 

I believe that the most fulfilling relationships are ones that are tailored to our unique wants and needs. I support partners in co-creating the relationship that is right for them. The default relationship escalator of monogamy simply does not work for everyone! I am experienced in helping partners navigate issues related to communication, boundaries, trust, and jealousy, and the ever-present balancing act of autonomy & individuality vs. attachment & connection.

Making the Paradigm shift

Values of Conscious Relating

Healthy Interdependency

Mutual empowerment, shared growth and appropriate boundaries.

Individuality & Autonomy

Respect for each partner's independence with their own experiences, needs, desires, and goals.

Honesty & Transparency

Compassionate communication about wants, needs, expectations and boundaries.

Self-Regulation

Partners may be essential sources of support, but you are the primary caretaker of your emotions.

Flexibility & Adaptability

Embracing the inevitability of evolution, growth, and change.

Community

Recognizing that partners cannot fulfill all our relationship needs. Finding love and support in community.

How can therapy help?

Whether you are a seasoned polyamorist or just beginning to step off the relationship escalator, therapy can help with these common concerns.

Navigating Open Relationships

  • Is non-monogamy right for me and my relationship?
  • How do I even start the conversation about opening up?
  • My partner wants to open the relationship - I'm terrified!
  • My partner doesn't want to open up, but it is something I want and need. What do we do?
  • I am not sure what kind of boundaries are appropriate during this transition.
  • I feel worried that this may create distance between us. What can we do?
  • Insecure Attachment & Jealousy

  • How can I manage my feelings of jealousy better?
  • I am struggling with comparing myself to other people.
  • I feel afraid of losing my partner to someone else.
  • I want to be open and honest with my partner, but I am afraid they'll feel jealous.
  • I want to be open to a non-traditional relationship because the values resonate with me. However, putting it into practice is difficult, and I am struggling with intense emotions.
  • Ruptures of Trust

  • Either I or my partner overstepped agreed-upon boundaries, and now our trust has been shaken.
  • There has been a history of infidelity in the relationship.
  • There has not been a history of infidelity in this relationship, but I have experienced that in previous relationships. This makes it difficult to trust my partner.
  • My partner has experienced betrayal trauma in their previous relationship(s) and finds it difficult to trust me. How can I reassure them?
  • Structural Challenges

  • Having issues with my metamour!
  • I'm struggling to be a good hinge partner, and I feel torn trying to meet everyone's needs.
  • How do we navigate our dynamic in social contexts?
  • My partner wants kitchen table poly, but I want parallel poly. How can we figure this out?
  • Build relationships that are as unique and multifaceted as you

    Cultivate deeper and more authentic relationships. Reach out today!